2009 Ford Escape vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 116 L |
