1976 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 24 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara weights approximately 114 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, 2000 Lada Samara, 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, 2000 Lada Samara (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2000 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Samara |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |