1986 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |