2002 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 2002 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 56 kg more than 2002 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escort | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Ventora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
