1970 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 41 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 825 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 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
