1988 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Trailrunner |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |