1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Talbot Solara
To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Talbot Solara were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Talbot Solara (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Talbot Solara should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Solara weights approximately 188 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, 1986 Talbot Solara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Talbot Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1986 Talbot Solara 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 Talbot Solara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1986 Talbot Solara | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Escort | Solara |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |