1979 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 27 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 480 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2006 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
