1990 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 541 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | Escape |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |