1978 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Nissan Stanza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1985 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 1985 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Stanza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |