1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1635 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Escort Range Rover
Year Released 1986 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1751 cc 2926 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 151 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 2545 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 104 L