1989 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
