2004 Ford Escape vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 458 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (272 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
