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 (173 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 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 | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2675 mm |
