1985 Ford Escort vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 330 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Sports |
Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 859 cc |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |