1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 25 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1001 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 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Rexton |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |