1988 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
