1984 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Century |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
