1989 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1985 Toyota Crown 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 1985 Toyota Crown. 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, 1985 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Crown |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |