1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 90 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 (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Micra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
