1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 426 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
