1980 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 27 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 881 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Hilux |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |