1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 27 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | GT-R |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |