1971 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
