1992 Ford Escort vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Crown |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |