1983 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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. Both 1983 Ford Escort and 2012 Nissan NP300 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 480 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 Nissan NP300 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 2012 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |
