2005 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort, 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 Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |