1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
