1976 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 440 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Marcia |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |