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 5,409 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 @ 4800 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 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 365 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
