1980 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 24 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 605 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
