1993 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 611 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.

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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza 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 Venza
Make Ford Toyota
Model Escort Venza
Year Released 1993 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1859 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 1706 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4801 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2776 mm


 

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