1972 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
