1983 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1023 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 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2868 mm |
