1985 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
