2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | Escort |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |