2000 Ford Escape vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 647 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | 914 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
