1995 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Camry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
