1986 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa

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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa.

Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 Corsa
Make Ford Toyota
Model Escort Corsa
Year Released 1986 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1751 cc 1452 cc
Horse Power 59 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2510 mm


 

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