1980 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |