1970 Ford Escort vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 991 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2007 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |
