1986 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
