1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 585 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
