1979 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 425 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Meriva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |