1982 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. Both 1982 Ford Escort and 1967 Vauxhall VX4 are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Vauxhall VX4 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 1967 Vauxhall VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1967 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
