1994 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort. 1999 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
