1994 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort.
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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Camry |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |