1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 483 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 2010 Jeep Commander
Make Ford Jeep
Model Escort Commander
Year Released 1986 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1751 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 358 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 527 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4350 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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