1986 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 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, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
