1984 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
