1982 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 27 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
