1981 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 24 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 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Terrano |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |