1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2002 Ford Taurus 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. 2002 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
