1984 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 22 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Primera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
