1975 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 34 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 66 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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Escape |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |