1986 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 1992 Volvo 440 is newer by 6 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 440 weights approximately 180 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, 1992 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 440 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
