1976 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Coupe |
Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |