2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2009 Dodge Durango 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. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |
