1980 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 104 L |