1986 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 644 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.
Because 1985 Porsche 928 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 1985 Porsche 928. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 928 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 86 L |
