2009 Ford Escape vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1986 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
