1987 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
