1975 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 23 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 366 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
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, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Avensis |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |