2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 20 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 116 L |
