1983 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1985 Nissan Prairie is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
