1992 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
