1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1771 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Express |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |
