1976 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 36 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | iQ |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |