1986 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Corolla (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
