2012 Toyota Sienna vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Sienna | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sienna | Escort |
Year Released | 2012 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2062 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |