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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 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 928 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 (334 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 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 | 1098 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
