1995 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 1986 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
