2004 Ford Escape vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 763 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
