1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Korando |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |