2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 35 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1176 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Routan | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Routan | Escort |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
