1970 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 39 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Saturn Vue, 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 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2009 Saturn Vue 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. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escort | Vue |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
