1989 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |