1975 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
