1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 933 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 71 L |
