1975 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 24 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), 1999 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 330 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, 1999 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1999 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1999 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
