1993 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 940 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3120 mm |
