1975 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1580 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 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Expedition |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |