1980 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 968 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |