1989 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 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), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 533 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.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2659 mm |