1997 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
