1984 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
