1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
