1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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 Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |