2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2410 mm |
