1985 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
