1976 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1255 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Highlander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |