2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 686 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | BLS | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
