1986 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1195 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 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Escort | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
