1973 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 321 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Avensis |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |