1986 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | SP |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
