1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Sienna |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |