1997 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 231 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
