2006 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 605 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
