1984 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 480 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 1998 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
