1982 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |