1975 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Lada Samara
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 17 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Samara weights approximately 10 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, 1992 Lada Samara, 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, 1992 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1992 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Samara |
Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |