2005 Ford Escape vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Escape and 1987 Toyota Crown are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 198 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
