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) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) 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 620 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1392 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 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 | 895 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
