1984 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |