1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 19 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
