1982 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 31 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 910 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
