1975 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1984 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1984 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1984 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |