2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Highlander | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
