1985 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 26 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 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
