1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 20 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 350 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
