1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 33 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1874 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.

Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Escort 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Escort Range Rover Sport
Year Released 1975 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1845 cc 3630 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 115 HP 0 HP
Torque 163 Nm 640 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.8 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.6 mm 88 mm
Top Speed 179 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 914 kg 2788 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2750 mm


 

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