1986 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 1969 Toyota 2000GT. 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, both vehicles can yield 180 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
