1972 Ford Escort vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 875 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3030 mm |
