1982 Ford Escort vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 326 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 1957 Toyota Crown 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Crown |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |