1988 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 13 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Escort weights approximately 81 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Pod |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
