1984 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 330 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
