1984 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |
