1983 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 905 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Sienna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3030 mm |