1992 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Cressida (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 482 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Cressida |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |