1978 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1985 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |