1994 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 651 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.
Because 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |