1984 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corona |
Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |