1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 596 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
