1981 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 30 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1078 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 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Navara |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |