1978 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 15 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 585 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escort | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
