1982 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 25 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1081 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 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
