1975 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 18 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 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (76 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 726 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (164 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 2370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1640 kg |
