2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
