1989 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1982 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla. 1982 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
