1986 Ford Escort vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 14 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1085 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.
Because 2000 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2000 GMC Safari 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. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 102 L |
