1992 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 325 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 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 1966 Toyota Sport 800. 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 (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |