2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 666 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
