1986 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2480 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 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2003 Ford Excursion 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. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |
