1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 874 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |