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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 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 252 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.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 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
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1751 cc 4921 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 151 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1162 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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