2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 53 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 2006 Chevrolet Spark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Spark | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
