2005 Ford Escape vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 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 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
