1980 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 393 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 Hyundai Elantra (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
