1984 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
