1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 23 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 459 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Quest |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
