1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 25 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 69 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 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Versa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
