1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 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 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |