2006 Ford Escape vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 206 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escape | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
