1975 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Isuzu Stylus
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Stylus is newer by 15 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Stylus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Stylus should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Stylus weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Isuzu Stylus, 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, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Stylus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1990 Isuzu Stylus | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Escort | Stylus |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |