1998 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 912 (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912.
Because 1977 Porsche 912 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 912 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
