1986 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2003 Toyota Will is newer by 17 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Will (128 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Will weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2003 Toyota Will 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. 2003 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2003 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Will |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
