1982 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 24 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
