1980 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 45 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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Escort | TR4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |