1979 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
