1975 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Cordoba (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 105 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, 2000 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2000 Seat Cordoba (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2000 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |