1977 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 34 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Venza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 937 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |