1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 419 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 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Jetta |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2651 mm |