1986 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | F-250 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |