1986 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |