1976 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 230 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, 1998 Xedos 6, 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, 1998 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort. 1998 Xedos 6 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. 1998 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Ford | Xedos |
Model | Escort | 6 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |