1988 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (106 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort. 1999 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 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 | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
