1985 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 295 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 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 | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |