2005 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 1970 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
