1990 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1990 Ford Escort and 2005 Nissan Platina are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Platina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Nissan Platina (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Platina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Platina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
