1984 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1998 Nissan President | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | President |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
