1992 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 249 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1980 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
