1980 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 29 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. Both 1980 Ford Escort and 2009 Nissan Livina are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 464 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Livina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
