2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 600 kg more than 1975 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 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
