1975 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 388 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
