1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 95 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 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
