1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 635 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 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Maverick |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |