1996 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 427 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Supra 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 1991 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1991 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Supra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
