2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 30 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1541 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | LR3 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
