1984 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Previa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
