2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 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 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 406 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |