2000 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 1969 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 1969 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Escort | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |