1985 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 293 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
