1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |