1999 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Escort weights approximately 269 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1976 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
