1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 400 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 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2475 mm |
