1975 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 26 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 675 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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 Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2001 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Mark II |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |