1977 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 28 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1450 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Econoline |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 937 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |