2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster 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 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Five Hundred | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
