1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 407 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2009 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Sienna |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1352 kg |
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 | 45 L | 76 L |