1984 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 29 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 810 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Escort | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
