1958 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 93 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |