1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
