1968 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 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, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
