2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 22 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
