1976 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 31 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 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 855 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Escort | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
