1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 19 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1358 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Titan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3560 mm |
