1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
