1992 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 425 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 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Altezza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |