1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 360 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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |