1984 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sports |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
