1978 Ford Escort vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 33 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1017 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SSC Aero weights approximately 418 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1297 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2011 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Escort | Aero |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |