1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 356 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cortina | Escape |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |