1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 579 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Jetta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |