1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 685 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Outback |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |
