1981 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1981 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1975 Porsche 924 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 924 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
