1985 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1987 Toyota Model F is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 1987 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Model F |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
