1984 Ford Escort vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 2012 BMW X3 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. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | X3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
