1994 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
