1984 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 17 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 589 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 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Condor |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1459 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |