1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 336 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
