1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 430 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |