1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 791 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bristol Blenheim 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 1993 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1981 Ford Escort | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | Escort |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |