1985 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 27 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 356 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.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Prius |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |