1990 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |