2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 19 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1000 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
