2007 Ford Ka vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
