1980 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2010 Geely Ck1 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 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Geely Ck1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Geely Ck1 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 165 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 1980 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Geely Ck1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Geely Ck1 (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Geely Ck1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2010 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Ford | Geely |
| Model | Escort | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
