1989 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 14 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 220 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
