1980 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1295 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |