2000 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |