1985 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1220 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
