1997 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 554 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 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
