1977 Ford Escort vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1048 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 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 2012 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
