1979 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 73 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Citi |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |