2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Azure 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 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
