1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 43 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 287 kg more 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Yaris |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 42 L |