1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1918 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 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2010 Ford F-250 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 F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | F-250 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2029 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3967 mm |