1986 Ford Escort vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 1954 Porsche 356. 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 356 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
