1986 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
