1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 570 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 64 L |