2006 Ford Escape vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 885 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
