1986 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 875 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 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Pickup |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |