1985 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Vivace would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 162 kg more than 1985 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Vivace. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Escape |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
