1977 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 608 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT 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 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
