1971 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Escort | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |