1983 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |