1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 960 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
