1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Buick Century were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Century (150 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Buick Century (270 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1986 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Escort | Century |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2664 mm |
