1985 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |