1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 489 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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (217 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Camry |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |