1987 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Avalon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |