2005 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
