1986 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1987 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (109 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (102 Nm). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1987 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
