1984 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 15 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 100 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 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 1999 Toyota MR-S. 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | MR-S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
