1973 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 28 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 96 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 880 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Escort | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
