1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 928 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 928 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
