1989 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1991 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Vanette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2080 mm |