1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 18 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 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 282 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Note (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Note |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1167 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |