1980 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Escort | G34 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |
