1989 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo is newer by 10 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Paseo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |