1992 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 529 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
