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 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP). 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 80 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, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
