2006 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5766 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
