1986 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1995 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
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, both vehicles can yield 83 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1995 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
