1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.

Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Escort 2006 Nissan Titan
Make Ford Nissan
Model Escort Titan
Year Released 1989 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1700 cc 5556 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 514 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 106 L