1982 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 345 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 2001 Ford Econovan 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 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
