1996 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 155 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 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 RAV4 (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |