1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |
