1982 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 246 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
