1984 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Tata E
To start off, 1995 Tata E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 1995 Tata E 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 1995 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1995 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1995 Tata E | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
