1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 749 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.
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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
