1995 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 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 1976 Porsche 911 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 1976 Porsche 911. 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |