1970 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Isuzu Stylus
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Stylus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (95 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Stylus weights approximately 174 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Ford Escort 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Stylus, 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, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Stylus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 1990 Isuzu Stylus | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Stylus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
