1986 Ford Escort vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 240 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 1989 TVR 400 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 1989 TVR 400. 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | 400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
