1993 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 235 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 Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| 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 | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
