1973 Ford Escort vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Ford Escort | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Stavic |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |