1986 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington
To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington is newer by 4 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 1990 Jaguar Kensington. 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1990 Jaguar Kensington | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | Kensington |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
