2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Econovan | Firenza |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |