1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 528 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 1986 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Escort Corvette
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1751 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 151 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1438 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 68 L


 

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