1985 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 82 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Transporter |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3410 mm |