1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1850 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 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | F-250 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 115 L |