1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Ford | Brilliance |
Model | Escort | BS6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |