1980 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 547 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Escort | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
