2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1989 Ford Escort | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Vanquish | Escort |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |