1985 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
