1995 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot 1510 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Escort | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
