1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-350 weights approximately 62 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | F-350 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 115 L |