1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 561 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.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
