1980 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 948 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |