1990 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1335 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Escort 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Escort Land Cruiser
Year Released 1990 1995
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 4477 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1065 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1880 mm