1990 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 16 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. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2006 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Navara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |