1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 21 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 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4600 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
