1986 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
