2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Continental T 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 2002 Bentley Continental T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental T | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2400 mm |
