2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 18 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 231 kg more 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, 1989 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
