1983 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |