1975 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, 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, 1992 Toyota Sera (132 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
