1979 Ford Escort vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 873 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 GMC Terrain, 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 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2013 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2857 mm |
