1981 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 26 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1221 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 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Territory |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3982 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
