1979 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 23 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Pod weights approximately 30 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, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2002 Toyota Pod has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Pod will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Pod |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |