2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 15 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Veyron | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
