1986 Ford Escort vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower 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 22 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1950 Triumph Mayflower 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 1950 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
