2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
