1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 361 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
