1995 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 43 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Ventora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
