1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 370 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 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
