1980 Ford Escort vs. 2002 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 2002 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1980 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2002 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Escort | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
