1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 985 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2824 mm |
