2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Alpina B 10 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 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |