1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 15 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | RunX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
