1986 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
