1975 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 765 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 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
