1959 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 969 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 73 L |
