1995 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Camry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
