1978 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Citi |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
