1988 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |