1978 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 20 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
