2009 Ford Escape vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
