2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |
