1995 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1998 Toyota MR2 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 1998 Toyota MR2. 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | MR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |