1973 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 696 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 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Hilux |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |