1981 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | J30 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
