1988 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Escape |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
