1981 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 666 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 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | SVX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
