2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
