1990 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 7 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 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 275 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, 1997 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Venture |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |