1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
