1988 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 21 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
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 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Aygo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |