1978 Ford Escort vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1396 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 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3378 mm |
