1986 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1978 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 1978 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |