2000 BMW 318 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 2000 BMW 318 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 2000 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
