1985 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 366 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Pickup |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |