1984 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Altea |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |