2004 Ford Escape vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 133 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 703 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
