1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 68 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 Volkswagen Fox, 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 Volkswagen Fox (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Fox |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
