1968 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 24 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 68 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Paseo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |