1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 372 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 Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Tundra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 100 L |