1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick 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 Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Maverick |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |