2000 Acura RL vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 10 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 610 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.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
