1976 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1470 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 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | F-250 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3490 mm |