2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
