1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Laser weights approximately 135 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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
