1996 Subaru SVX vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Subaru SVX | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | SVX | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |