2009 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 36 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
