1978 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Escort weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1978 Ford Escort 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 Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |