1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3250 mm |