1992 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 36 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
