1977 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 33 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 888 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 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Sumo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2425 mm |