1982 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 25 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 999 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Navara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
