1985 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
