1987 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Nano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
