1984 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | 211 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
