2009 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 82 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
