1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 6310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 135 L |
