1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 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, 1995 Ford Escort (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |