1998 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
