1980 Ford Escort vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 326 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1948 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Escort | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 1980 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |