1982 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 266 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
