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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 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 | 1751 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
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 |