1975 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 225 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 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
