1975 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 27 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 405 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 2002 Toyota Allion 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, 2002 Toyota Allion 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2002 Toyota Allion 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. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Allion |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |