1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1600 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 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Express |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 117 L |
