1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Sentra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |