1971 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 855 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
