1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Seat Altea

To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 495 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.

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 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 2005 Seat Altea
Make Ford Seat
Model Escort Altea
Year Released 1986 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1751 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 151 km/hour 183 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L