1986 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 505 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 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |
