1972 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 784 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 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort. 2009 Toyota Highlander 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. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Escort 2009 Toyota Highlander
Make Ford Toyota
Model Escort Highlander
Year Released 1972 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 73 L


 

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