1975 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 1983 Subaru DL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Subaru DL.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | DL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
