1985 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Escort | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3170 mm |