1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 859 kg more 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |