1980 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Titan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 140 L |