2009 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
