1990 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 15 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (137 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 1992 Toyota Camry 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. 1992 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |