1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 240 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1999 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 | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
