1985 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 15 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escort | SC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
