1976 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 33 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 420 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Yaris |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 140 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 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |