1983 Ford GT vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1983 Ford GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
