2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
