1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,968 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |
