2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
