2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 15 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 6,254 cc (18 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 218 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
