1985 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Salsa |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |