1985 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 775 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Camry | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Escape |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
