1986 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
