1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 801 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3520 mm |
