1984 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
