1990 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 23 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 358 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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Prius |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
