2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
