1982 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 841 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 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
