1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi FTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO (197 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1994 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | FTO |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
