1980 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 33 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1460 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2013 BMW X5 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. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | X5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |