2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
