1982 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 331 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Crown |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |