1984 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 430 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 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
