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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 45 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 Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra 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 Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Micra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
