1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1260 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. 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 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Savana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 117 L |
