2007 Acura RL vs. 1991 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1991 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
