1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 481 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
