1975 Ford Escort vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1535 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 GMC Acadia, 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 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
