1986 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 1998 Volvo V40 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1998 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escort | V40 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |