1970 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 674 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa, 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2002 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
