1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka is newer by 30 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Lada Oka | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Oka |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |