1987 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3396 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 136 L |
