1995 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
