1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Escort |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |