2009 Ford GT vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Ford GT 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 2009 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort, 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 1987 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
