1988 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |