2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato 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 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1751 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
