1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
