2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
