1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 22 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
