1986 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 160 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 1967 Marcos 1600 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 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Escort | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
