1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 38 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1331 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2895 mm |