1983 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1030 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Sienna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3040 mm |