1977 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 809 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, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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 Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 2009 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
