1983 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 29 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 867 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | M |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2901 mm |
