2000 Ford Escape vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 169 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |