1980 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
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 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Accent |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
