1975 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
