1980 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
