1980 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 470 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 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2415 mm |
