1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Escort | Terios |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |