1968 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |