1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Escort | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 33 L |
