1980 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 28 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 665 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
