1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 320 kg more 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Exeo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2642 mm |