1998 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1677 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 | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
