1982 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 28 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | iQ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2000 mm |
