1990 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 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), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 145 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |