1984 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 340 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 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
