1971 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 36 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3510 mm |
