1982 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Hilux |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |