1977 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 840 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 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3370 mm |
