1985 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 367 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3193 mm |
