1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 645 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Camry |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |