1975 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 27 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 482 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 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 996 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |