1986 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1165 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.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2980 mm |
