1987 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
