1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1986 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Firebird |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 60 L |