1975 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 32 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 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 263 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
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, 2007 Ford Fusion, 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
