1995 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 242 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 1974 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1995 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 95 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 | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
