1975 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 467 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
