1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 667 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort, 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Biscayne | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
