1992 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
