1979 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 8 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |