1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 500 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 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |