1995 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Escort 1967 Toyota Crown
Make Ford Toyota
Model Escort Crown
Year Released 1995 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1391 cc 2597 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm


 

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