1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
