1990 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
