2009 Ford Escape vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
