1984 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 420 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 1991 Toyota Lexcen 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 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |