1985 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 27 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort. 2012 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Navara |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |