1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Escape |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
