1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 33 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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, 2008 Toyota iQ, 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, 2008 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | iQ |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |