1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 763 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
