1986 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1953 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sports |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
