1980 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 30 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 875 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.
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, 2010 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2010 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
