1972 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 34 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, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz, 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
