1982 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1982 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 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Atos |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |