1974 Buick GS vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Escape |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
