1975 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 662 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 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 563 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |