2012 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 566 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, 2012 Ford Escape, 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Escape | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Escort |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2410 mm |
