1989 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
