1985 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
