1979 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 419 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |