1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |
