2009 Ford Escape vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Skyline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |