1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
