1977 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 17 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 493 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escort | Voyager |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |