1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius 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 Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Prius |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |