2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
