1983 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1983 Ford Escort and 1993 Nissan Serena are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Serena |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |