1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 24 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 938 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
