1985 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 22 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. Both 1985 Ford Escort and 2007 Ford Bantam are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
