1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1984 Dodge 600 and 1984 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
