1985 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 25 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2010 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Exeo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2642 mm |