1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
