1988 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
