1970 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 36 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 3,494 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (281 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | KB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
