2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 10 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
