2009 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 111 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Escape | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
