1978 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 28 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 380 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 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Highlander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |