1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ascari A10

To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 24 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 370 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 2010 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 2010 Ascari A10
Make Ford Ascari
Model Escort A10
Year Released 1986 2010
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1751 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 625 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 151 km/hour 346 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1138 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2636 mm


 

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