1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 23 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
