1979 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 34 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 505 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Prius |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |