1995 Acura Legend vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 9 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 685 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
