1980 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 27 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
