1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 661 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 76 L |
