1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 448 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 179 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 | 870 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
