1976 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 49 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1988 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |