1977 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Santana |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 937 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |