1986 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Corona weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1961 Toyota Corona 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 1961 Toyota Corona. 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, 1961 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
