1984 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 28 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
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, 1984 Ford Escort (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Aygo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |