1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1976 Ford Fiesta and 1984 Ford Escort are equipped with a 1,117 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (52 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Ford Escort (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
