1985 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 26 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 43 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | iQ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
