2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |
