1998 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escort | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
