2000 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 216 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
