1975 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.

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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Escort 1997 Volkswagen Golf
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Escort Golf
Year Released 1975 1997
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.6 mm 75.6 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 955 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 55 L


 

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