1979 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 34 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 529 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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Escort | DART |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |