1986 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 7 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 90 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 1993 Italdesign Nazca
Make Ford Italdesign
Model Escort Nazca
Year Released 1986 1993
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1751 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 151 km/hour 297 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2610 mm


 

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