2009 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 57 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
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2009 Ford Escape | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |