1995 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Previa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |