1971 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 19 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Escort | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Starlet |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |