1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 940 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.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2010 Ford Escape 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. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
