1986 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Golf (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 290 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, 1995 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
