1982 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 25 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |
