1977 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 198 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | RunX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
