1982 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1998 Toyota Paseo is newer by 16 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1998 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Paseo |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |