1984 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 350 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 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |