2000 Ford Escape vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 136 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 642 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escape | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
