1988 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 23 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 355 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Prius |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
