1984 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 12 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
