1980 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 910 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |