1983 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 565 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Previa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
