1993 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 951 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Highlander |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |