1989 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 6 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Almera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
