1989 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Nissan Skyline 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline 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 Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline 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 Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
