1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 525 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 1994 Porsche 965 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 1994 Porsche 965. 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 965 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |