1981 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 736 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Escort | Colorado |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |