1984 Ford Escort vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 23 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4010 mm |
