1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
