1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 504 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 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Carisma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |