1979 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escort | FF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
