1986 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 14 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Almera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
