1984 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 579 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
