1980 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 295 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |