2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 959 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
