1990 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 1987 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 1987 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Model F |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |