1981 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 32 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1698 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 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Armada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3130 mm |
