1981 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 1981 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Century (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 846 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Century 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 1967 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1967 Toyota Century (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Century |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2870 mm |