1986 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (80 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 184 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
